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    P8B WS Motherboard
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    the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED
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    1.3.2 ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS features 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.4 System memory 2-5 2.2.5 Expansion
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    menu 3-28 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-28 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-29 3.8.3 Asus SPD Information 3-30 3.9 Exit menu 3-31 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-32 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-33 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-36 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-37 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-38 iv
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    hard disks 4-12 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-12 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility..... 4-12 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-16 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-16 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-16 4.5.3 Installing
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    . This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    in our products at ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/ REACH.htm. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This
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    Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. viii
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    of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the
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    the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    processor LGA 1155 socket for Intel® XEON E3-1200 series server/ workstation processor Supports 32nm CPU * Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® C206 Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 1333/1066 MHz, ECC/non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual
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    P8B WS specifications summary Audio ASUS Unique Features ASUS Q-Design Workstation Unique Features BIOS Features Back Panel I/O Ports Realtek® ALC892 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel Jack-
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    P8B WS specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors Manageability OS Form Factor 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX +12V Power connector CPU fan with PWM control Chassis fan1 with Q-fan control Chassis fan2 with Q-fan control Chassis fan3 with Q-fan control PWR fan AAFP connector 1 x COM port
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    xiv
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    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
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    Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ASUS P8B WS
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    ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x COM port cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield) 1 x ASUS 2-in-1 Q-Connector Kit (Retail version only) 1 x G.P. Diagnosis Card (Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P8B WS 1-1
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    the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world. C206 The Intel® C206 Express is the latest single-chipset design that supports the new socket 1155 Intel® Core™ i3 2nd generation processors, and Intel® XEON® E3 server processors. It improves performance by utilizing serial point-to-point
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    VMware to support virtualization technology. Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support! P8B WS can support ATI CrossFireX technology, up to Quad-GPUs. The motherboard features the most powerful Intel C206 platform to optimizes PCIe allocation. Expect a brand-new gaming style you've never experienced before! ASUS
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    during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This usr-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. G.P. Diagnosis Card (Bundled) Bundled with the P8B WS, the
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    flexible and convenient mouse controls. Users can easily navigate the EFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their favorite operating system, while the exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info with no additional steps needed to enter Advanced Mode for more settings. ASUS P8B WS 1-5
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    front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique module eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS EZ Flash Utility Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS EZ Flash Utility is a user-friendly
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    codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit audio output, true BD lossless sound, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology. ASUS P8B WS 1-7
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    1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It Chapter 2: includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
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    Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-30 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-46 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-47 ASUS P8B WS
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    2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8B WS 2-1
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 17. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 18. Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CHAFAN_SEL) 19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-4 2-28 2-5 2-24 2-13 2-14 2-22 2-20 2-21 2-19 2-29 2-18 2-12 2-26 2-25 2-23 2-23 2-19 2-25 ASUS P8B WS 2-3
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    a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i3 series Desktop Processors and Intel® Xeon® E31200 series Server/Workstation Processors. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is
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    2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS P8B WS 2-5
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    channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • The max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on the market. • Always
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    P8B WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3��-�1��3��3�3��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�l�i�ty� Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip ECC - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 124 - • • • 1.5 • • • 1.25 • • • - ••• - •• - ••• - ••• - ••• - ••• ASUS P8B WS 2-7
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    Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR - - ••• 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR(ECC) - - ••• 3GB(3 x SS - - 1GB) 7-7-7-20 - ••• 4GB(2 x DS - - 2GB) 9 - ••• • 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either
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    P8B WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists / Chip Brand Chip NO MICRON D9KPT(ECC) 7 EBJ10UE8BAW0 MICRON D9KPT(ECC) 7 MICRON D9KPT(ECC) 7 • 1.5 • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • 1.5 • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • ASUS P8B WS 2-9
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    slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 2 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (x8 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_1
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    for this motherboard A B Controller 1 - - - - shared - - - SATA Controller 2 - - - - shared - - - USB 2.0 Controller 1 - - - - - - - shared USB 2.0 Controller 2 - - - - - - - shared HD Audio - - - - - - shared - I.G.D. DT shared - - - - - - - ASUS P8B WS
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    Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current
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    system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. The GPU Boost Switch functions only when you install the DESKTOP CPU that supports onboard graphics. ASUS P8B WS 2-13
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    fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website
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    2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. POST State LEDs POST State LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an
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    3. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. 4. Standby power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a
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    5. DRAM LED The DRAM_LED lights when the installed DIMMs incompatible with the motherboard or improperly installed. When using the MemOK! switch for automatic memory compatibility tuning, the DRAM_LED will blink. ASUS P8B WS 2-17
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    • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior
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    switch for fan pin selection. The CHAFAN_SEL jumper is for the front fans and rear fans control. Set to pins 1-2 when using 3-pin fans or pins 2-3 when using 4-pin fans. jumper for a 4-pin fan, the fan control will not work and the fan you installed will always run at full speed. ASUS P8B WS 2-19
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    , refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.5 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before
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    BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.5 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P8B WS 2-21
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    to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    chassis. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. 5. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS P8B WS 2-23
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    the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • If you install two VGA cards, we
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    -mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]; if you want to connect an ASUS P8B WS 2-25
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    9. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities,
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    Detect PS2 mouse/keyboard 04 97 Initiate VGA BIOS 05 9A-9D USB initiation 10 A2 Detect IDE 30 B2 Initiate option ROM 40 OS in PIC mode OS in APIC mode Leave BIOS and pass control to OS S1 S3 S4 S5 Resume from S1 Resume from S3 Resume from S4 ASUS P8B WS 2-27
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    connect the 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot. • Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.
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    connector supports several BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS P8B WS
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    PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware
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    2.3.2 CPU installation 1 A B 2 3 ASUS P8B WS 2-31
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    4 5 C A B 6 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A 2 B B A 3 4 ASUS P8B WS 2-33
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    To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS P8B WS 2-35
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    2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 1 2 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    3 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS P8B WS 2-37
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    2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.7 1 SATA device connection OR 2 ASUS P8B WS 2-39
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    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- IDE_LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB The actual location may vary with motherboards. 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.9 Expension Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards ASUS P8B WS 2-41
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    2.3.10 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse and keyboard port 2. IEEE 1394a port 3. LAN (RJ-45) port 2* 4. DVI port 5. LAN (RJ-45) port 1* 6. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 8. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 9. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port 11. USB
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    • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ASUS P8B WS 2-43
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    Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8B WS 2-45
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    from orange to green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from
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    for less than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Refer to section 3.7 Power Menu for details. ASUS P8B WS 2-47
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    2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    This chapter tells how to change the BIOS se3tup system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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    Chapter summary 3 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4....A.i .T.w.e.a.ke.r.�m.�.e�.n�.u 3-8 3.5 Advanced menu 3-13 3.6 Monitor menu 3-24 3.7 Boot menu 3-27 3.8 Tools menu 3-28 3.9 Exit menu 3-31 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-32 ASUS P8B WS
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    various submenus and select from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. ASUS P8B WS 3-1
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    resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Monday [01/24/2011] P8B WS BIOS Version : 0301 Build Date : 01/24/2011 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2300 CPU 0 @ 2.80GHz Speed : 2800 MHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode English Temperature
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    DRAM Speed : 1066MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > GPU Boost > DRAM Timing Control Ai Overclock Tuner > CPU Power Management Auto CPU Offset Mode Sign Manual + CPU Voltage 1.165V Auto iGPU Offset
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    Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. the value of a field, select it and press to display a list of options. 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.2.7 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. ASUS P8B WS 3-5
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    that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in
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    when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS P8B WS 3-7
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    motherboard. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed : 1066MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > GPU Boost > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management CPU
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    CPU internal frequency. This item appears only when you install X.M.P. memory modules to the motherboard. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for the system. If you install memory modules supporting Saving Mode] ASUS P8B WS 3-9
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    Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control CPU ratio and features. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use and keys to adjust the value. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Enhanced Intel
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    to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.5V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.5V. VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VCCIO voltage. The values range from 0.90V to 1.70V with a 0.01V interval. ASUS P8B WS
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    [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto
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    Configuration > APM Monitor Boot Tool CPU Configuration Parameters →←: Select SUPPORT Monitor Disabled Boot Tool Enables or Disables TPM support. O.S. will not show TPM. Reset of platform is required. This item appears only when you install TPM module to the motherboard. ASUS P8B WS
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    MHz 206a6 28 128kb 1024kb 6144kb 4 Supported 16-28 28 CPU Ratio Auto Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Active Processor Cores All Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Execute Disable Bit Enabled Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Boot Tool Adjust Non-Turbo Ratio →←: Select
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    [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. ASUS P8B WS 3-15
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    Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to select the desired graphics controller as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PCI/iGPU] [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to select the iGPU share memory size. Configuration options: [32M [64M] [96M] [128M] Render Standby [Enabled
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    ATA Controller 0 Enhanced Serial-ATA Controller ASUS CB-521 ATAPI SATA3G_4 (Blue) Not Present SATA3G_5 (Blue) Not Present SATA3G_6 (Blue) Not Present Boot Tool (1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI Mode. (3) RAID Mode. Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8B WS
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    storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. Set to [RAID Mode] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Serial-ATA Controller
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    Support [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems (OS). EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. ASUS P8B WS
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    SPDIF VIA 1394 Controller Enabled Intel LAN2 Controller Enabled Intel LAN2 OPROM Enabled Intel LAN1 Controller Enabled Intel LAN1 OPROM Enabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Enabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Disabled > Serial Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled
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    Intel LAN2 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel LAN1 Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller. [Enabled] Enables the Intel LAN1 controller. Intel [I�O��=�3�E�8�h�;��IR��Q�=�4�]��[I���O 2��E����8���h I�R���Q 3�]� ASUS P8B WS 3-21
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    [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. Power On By Ring [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables Ring to generate a wake event. 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS P8B WS 3-23
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    Voltage +12.192 V Anti Surge Support Enabled Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. CPU Temperature / MB Temperature �[x�x�x��º�C�/x�x�x��º�F�] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do
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    %. �W�h��e�n��th�e��C��P�U��t�e�m��p�e�r�a�tu��re��i�s�u�n��d�e�r�4�0��ºC��,�t�h�e��C�P�U���fa�n� will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. ASUS P8B WS 3-25
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    Control Q-Fan Control feature and Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU CPU Support
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    had set the add-on device to do so. Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. ASUS P8B WS 3-27
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    F5> when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. Boot Override These BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash Utility > ASUS O.C. Profile > ASUS SPD Information Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility Allows you to run ASUS
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    that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. ASUS P8B WS 3-29
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    Information EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Tool\ Asus SPD Information > DIMM 4 4 20 Advanced Monitor Slot 1 Micron 1024 MBytes 1066 Mhz TF12864AZ-1G1F1 ea19a0bc 2/2009 Boot Drive Xpert Mode Tool →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt.
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    . Select Yes to discard changes and exit�. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS P8B WS 3-31
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    of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The
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    Internet Service Provider (ISP). Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS
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    . Click Next. 4. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. 3-34 Chapter
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    onscreen instructions to complete the update process. • The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8B WS
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    th�e� Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to enable it. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8B WS fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ fs1:\ VER: 0301 Folder Info 08/05/10 10:23p 4194304 Exit DATE: 10/19/2011 P8BWS.ROM File Infor MODEL: Help
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    4. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ASUS P8B WS 3-37
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    screen displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save them on the USB flash drive
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    , press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: P8B WS VER: 0301 DATE: 01/24/2011 PATH: A:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS P8B WS 3-39
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    pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: P8B WS VER: 0301 DATE: 01/24/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: P8BWS.ROM 4194304 2011-01-24 17:30
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    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 4 Software support
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    Chapter summary 4 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.4 RAID configurations 4-11 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-16 ASUS P8B WS
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    software that the motherboard supports. Click an item to install The Make Disk menu contains items to create the RAID/AHCI driver disk. The Manual menu contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS
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    before opening the files. 1. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. 2. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Doubleclick the folder of your selected software. 3. Some software manuals are provided in different languages. Double-click
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    Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click manual are for reference only. The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8B WS
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    like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support
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    FAN Xpert After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert by clicking Tool > Fan CPU fan profile under certain limitations. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8B WS
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    . Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
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    fan speed, as well as recording the changes. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar to launch PC Probe II Click to zoom in/out the Y axis Click to zoom in/out the X axis ASUS P8B WS 4-7
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    USB charging faster than the standard USB devices. If your USB device supports the BC 1.1 function*, when you connect your USB device to your the standard USB devices**. • * Check your USB device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. • ** The actual charging speed may vary with your
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    for all audio ports, eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find
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    Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Exit button Minimize button Information button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-10 Chapter 4: Software support
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    4.4 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solution: • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature
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    SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID set(s) using SATA HDDs. To do this: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Advanced menu > SATA Configuration, and then press
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    1 ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 2 ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 3 ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done ASUS P8B WS 4-13
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    range from 4KB to 128KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. When the Capacity item is selected, enter the
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    Volume0"? (Y/N): 3. Press to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit 2. Press to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. ASUS P8B WS 4-15
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    disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID driver disk. 5. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. 6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process
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    RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. ASUS P8B WS
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    drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during containing the RAID driver. Refer to the steps floppy disk containing the RAID driver. 2. Right-click the Universal Serial Bus controllers, right-click xxxxxx USB Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file
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    = "USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901", "usbstor" Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the file. ASUS P8B WS 4-19
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    4-20 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Multiple 5GPU This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards. technology support
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    Chapter summary 5 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.2 NVIDIA® CUDA™ technology 5-5 ASUS P8B WS
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    . 2. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS P8B WS 5-1
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    the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi- or a DVI cable to the graphics card. Goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    -click the ATI icon in the Windows notification area and select Cayalist Control Center. 2. The Catalyst Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multigraphics cards. Click Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ASUS P8B WS 5-3
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    Enabling Dual CrossFireX settings 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. 2. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. 3. Select Enable CrossFireX. 1 4. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the
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    cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the general installation steps remain the same. 1. Insert four Tesla computing processor card(s) into the PCIe x16_1, PCIe x16_2, PCIe x16_3, and PCIe x16_4 slot. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slot. ASUS P8B WS 5-5
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    to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. 5. To verify graphics card driver installation, right-click My Computer and select Properties from the menu. Click based on the components you installed. 5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Web site http://www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online Support 0800-093-456 http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (China) Address No.508, Chundong Road, Xinzhuang Industrial
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    112, TAIWAN R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : P8B WS conform with the essential requirements of the
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